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The average salary for a Railroad Conductor in U.S. is $66,990.

Annual Average Salary Information

Annual Average Salary: $66,990

$48,950$82,460

Hourly Pay Information

Hourly Average Salary: $32.21

$23.54$39.64

What does a Railroad Conductor earn?

Railroad Conductors typically earn around $66,990 per year in the U.S. Railroad Conductors are responsible for overseeing the safety of passengers and cargo while they are on a rail-based form of transportation. They are also in charge of ticket collection on board, announcing train stops, and ensuring that all of the train cars are properly connected. Railroad Conductors have the opportunity to specialise in certain areas such as long distance route, short distance route, or freight and shipments.

How to earn more as a Railroad Conductor

To become a Railroad Conductor, you will need to complete a training program approved by the Federal Railroad Administration. With sufficient experience, you can also become a Rail Yard Engineer or a Locomotive Engineer. You may also have the opportunity to become a Transportation Manager for a major railroad. You can further your career by becoming a self-employed Contractor or working for a railroad company as a Supervisor.

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